I just want to say whats up to all of you. I just started and Im a ground man and I have to say that I like this job. Iv been doing for almost 2 months right now and i enjoy it. I cant wait when i get my turn to go in the trees. I do have a question are there any good sources out there to help me learn my trees its pretty hard.
New to the Game just wanted to say hi
- Thread starter smokeybandit
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In the field is the best way to learn, I find. Just i.d. every tree on every job and you'll learn lots quick. I took dendrology in school, but couldn't tell you what was what until I worked around them for a little while. Welcome to the buzz. If learning's what you want to do, you've opened the right door.
Climb safe,
John
Climb safe,
John
i found the best thing to do is learn knots. they make you more effecient on the ground. read all that you can, ask lots of questions. read all the posts on this site, learn from those that came before you
Mangoes
Participating member
- Location
- Greater Toronto Area
Welcome friend, you have chosen a noble vocation.
- Location
- Retired in Minneapolis
Smokey,
Read The Tree Climbers Companion. Get hold of some old rope to practice knot tying. Maybe there is a saddle around that you can use to practice with. Learn everything Low and Slow. Before you trust your life to the rope and knots, walk around on the ground and pretend that you're climbing. Roll around and put yourself into odd positions. If you want a challenge, lay down some 2x4s or logs on the ground and walk on them like they're branches.
Get hold of any of Shigo's books.
Ed Gilman's Pruning book is a must-read!
Take the time to go back into the Treebuzz archives and read the old threads. There is a lot of good information there.
Read The Tree Climbers Companion. Get hold of some old rope to practice knot tying. Maybe there is a saddle around that you can use to practice with. Learn everything Low and Slow. Before you trust your life to the rope and knots, walk around on the ground and pretend that you're climbing. Roll around and put yourself into odd positions. If you want a challenge, lay down some 2x4s or logs on the ground and walk on them like they're branches.
Get hold of any of Shigo's books.
Ed Gilman's Pruning book is a must-read!
Take the time to go back into the Treebuzz archives and read the old threads. There is a lot of good information there.
RogerM
Carpal tunnel level member
- Location
- Louisville,KY USA
Go to your local "franchise" book store and reference trees.
I'm sure they'll have several reference books or field guides. Welcome, and don't hesitate to ask how and why.
I'm sure they'll have several reference books or field guides. Welcome, and don't hesitate to ask how and why.
Thanks for all the info guys. You guys are great and im happy i have treebuzz to help me along the way
wow thanks for that hand book masterblaster its right on the money about the stuff i have to do thanks again
- Location
- sunny Madison, WI
That really is a great guide. I printed off a copy and gave it to my boss for incoming employees.
Thanks for taking the time to put that together!
Zac
Thanks for taking the time to put that together!
Zac
From all of us who had a part in its production, you're welcome. Enjoy.
welcome to the wonderfull world of arborculture, where every day is different ..stay safe and keep your whits about you bro.
- Location
- Devonport Tasmania
Groundie manual
Great Manual Butch but where's the picture's.
Great Manual Butch but where's the picture's.
